Mission

To serve as a catalyst for developing and implementing plans for the construction, operation and maintenance of the Central-Carver Museum, which will preserve and enhance the culture of the African American community.

Vision

  • A broad community support system that magnifies education, community development, and cultural aspects of life; community partnerships.
  • Preservation and conservation of one’s heritage and legacy.
    Cultural and academic needs of the under-served and uneducated needs minimized.
  • Development of high esteem behavior among the youth; and inclusiveness and diverse community investments.
  • Promotion of Central-Carver principles, ideals, and convictions to promote a “place in the sun.”
Kathryn Barrett
Founding Chairwoman
Bettye Knowles
Founding Director